Xander Williams, a third-generation boxer from Wallaceburg, will compete in the Nationals in Alberta this spring.
Williams clinched a Novice provincial title in October in the 60 kg weight class.
His path to victory included a bye into the semis and a final match win by unanimous decision against Abdul Adebiyi.
A student at Wallaceburg District Secondary School and member of Walpole Island First Nation, Williams is known for his passion and unique stance – using his dominant left hand for jabs – Williams has only lost one match, back on January 19, 2024 in Oakville.
Following in the footsteps of his late-grandfather, Darryl Williams, and mother, Cassandra Williams, a former boxer with provincial and national titles, Williams is aiming to replicate her success at the upcoming National championships in April.
Dana Haggith caught up with Williams for an interview.
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Over the weekend, Williams captured the Brampton Cup with another pair of victories.
Williams says he will likely fight again before Nationals, but a match has yet to be confirmed.
